Athletic Trainer (Track & Field) - Sports Health Performance

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POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

The University Athletic Association at the University of Florida is searching for an Athletic Trainer to be responsible for the coordination of healthcare for student-athletes in in the sports of Men’s and Women’s Track & Field and Cross Country. This includes but is not limited to: assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and referrals of injuries and illnesses. This position is responsible for facilitating and maintaining communication between student-athletes, coaches, healthcare providers, supervisors, and other support personnel regarding student-athlete medical issues. This person must be able to comply with all current NCAA, SEC, UAA, and Sports Health Department policies and regulations governing the operation of the University of Florida’s intercollegiate athletics program. This position requires the incumbent to have strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills; be organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated; work independently and as part of a collaborative team; multitask effectively; engage effectively with others of diverse cultures or backgrounds and with high energy, intense personalities; and work a non-standard work week which will include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overnight travel. This posting will remain open until a qualified candidate is chosen.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Required Qualifications: Master's Degree in appropriate area of specialization* NATABOC certified Eligible for Florida licensure (completion required within 3 months of hire) Valid driver’s license Two years of experience as a certified athletic trainer* Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with elite athletes at a high school, club, collegiate, or professional level Experience working with a collegiate or professional program for Track & Field and Cross Country   *An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of listed requirement.

BENEFITS:

Comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to health, dental, life, LTD, AD&D, pension plan (upon eligibility), athletic event tickets, employee events and recognition programs as well as possible relocation assistance. Competitive compensation package commensurate with candidate’s previous experience and qualifications. You can view our full benefits guide on the official job posting by clicking here.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Job Details

Description

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

The University Athletic Association at the University of Florida is searching for an Athletic Trainer to be responsible for the coordination of healthcare for student-athletes in in the sports of Men’s and Women’s Track & Field and Cross Country. This includes but is not limited to: assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and referrals of injuries and illnesses. This position is responsible for facilitating and maintaining communication between student-athletes, coaches, healthcare providers, supervisors, and other support personnel regarding student-athlete medical issues. This person must be able to comply with all current NCAA, SEC, UAA, and Sports Health Department policies and regulations governing the operation of the University of Florida’s intercollegiate athletics program. This position requires the incumbent to have strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills; be organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated; work independently and as part of a collaborative team; multitask effectively; engage effectively with others of diverse cultures or backgrounds and with high energy, intense personalities; and work a non-standard work week which will include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overnight travel. This posting will remain open until a qualified candidate is chosen.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Required Qualifications: Master's Degree in appropriate area of specialization* NATABOC certified Eligible for Florida licensure (completion required within 3 months of hire) Valid driver’s license Two years of experience as a certified athletic trainer* Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with elite athletes at a high school, club, collegiate, or professional level Experience working with a collegiate or professional program for Track & Field and Cross Country   *An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of listed requirement.

BENEFITS:

Comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to health, dental, life, LTD, AD&D, pension plan (upon eligibility), athletic event tickets, employee events and recognition programs as well as possible relocation assistance. Competitive compensation package commensurate with candidate’s previous experience and qualifications. You can view our full benefits guide on the official job posting by clicking here.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date, but no offer of employment will be extended until after the position closes. Once an official offer is extended and accepted, the candidate will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 and will be contingent on satisfactory background screening results. The candidate will also be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove identity and authorization to work in the United States without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. The University Athletic Association, Inc. is an at-will employer, a separate company from the University of Florida and not a state employer. WE ARE PROUD TO BE A DRUG FREE TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE.

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